PennSERVE: Request for Applications for 2021-2022 Pennsylvania AmeriCorps State Grants

Posted by PennSERVE on September 22, 2020

Grants are available for the operation of AmeriCorps programs by community and faith-based organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions.

A complete description of the funding opportunity and application requirements is available in PennSERVE’s 2021 – 2022 Pennsylvania AmeriCorps State Grants: The RFA and required application document will be posted to www.dli.pa.gov/pennserve.

This Request for Applications includes two opportunities to apply:

Competitive funding – Program Operating Grants Only: If selected by PennSERVE, applications are submitted to CNCS to compete with other single state and multi-state applicants. A Notice of Intent to Apply is required and due by October 13 at 5:00 pm. Applications are due November 2 by 5:00 pm.

Formula Funding – Program Operating Grants and Planning Grants: Applicants compete with other applicants at the state level. A Notice of Intent to Apply is required and due by February 2 at 5:00 pm. Applications are due March 2 by 5:00 pm.

PennSERVE will host technical assistance sessions October 16 and February 9. Attendance is not required, but strongly encouraged, particularly for new or recompeting grantees. Registration information will be made available to organizations that submit a Notice of Intent to Apply by the deadline.

AmeriCorps in Pennsylvania

This year, PennSERVE is supporting 1,300 individuals in Pennsylvania as they meet community needs through service in AmeriCorps. With funding from the Corporation for National and Community Service that is administered by PennSERVE, AmeriCorps members dedicate themselves to intensive community service. The experience meets critical community needs and provides career training to those who serve.

Across the country, AmeriCorps engages more than 80,000 Americans in intensive service each year at nonprofits, schools, public agencies, and community and faith-based groups. AmeriCorps produces a triple bottom-line: for those who serve, those who are served, and for Pennsylvania’s communities.

If you have questions about the webinar or funding opportunity, please contact pennserve@pa.gov.